symmetric

adjective
UK /sɪˈmet.rɪk/
US /sɪˈmet.rɪk/

Something is symmetric when both sides look exactly the same.

The butterfly's wings are symmetric, so each side matches the other.

SYNONYMS

balancedevenproportionalregularmirrored

RELATED WORDS

symmetrysymmetricalasymmetrybalanceproportion

OTHER MEANINGS

2. In math, having two halves that are mirror images of each other.

A square is symmetric because you can fold it in half and the edges line up.

3. In science, arranged in a regular pattern around a center.

Snowflakes are symmetric, with six matching arms.

4. In logic, describing a relationship that works the same in both directions.

Being a sibling is symmetric: if I am your sibling, you are mine.